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Maximizing Excel: Practical Use Cases for Preconstruction
November 8, 2024 By Melvin Newman Excel is a powerful and flexible tool that can enhance efficiency in electrical construction estimating. Spreadsheets, like those in Excel, consist of a grid of “cells” where each cell can hold various types of data. Originating from mainframe computers in the 1960s and later developed for Apple computers in… Read More…
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The Non-Residential Sector Declines in All Three Components Despite Sustained Industrial Permit Level
November 4, 2024 The total value of building permits in Canada decreased by $858.1 million (-7.0%) to $11.5 billion in August, following a strong July during which construction intentions rose sharply (+20.8%). The residential and non-residential sectors contributed to the decrease in August. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), the total value of building permits decreased 7.6% in… Read More…
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A Slight Decrease in Residential Building Construction for August
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When a Familiar Door Closes
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ABB Teams up with Black Box Innovations to expand Electric Vehicle Energy Management System Accessibility Across Canada
November 12, 2024 Photo: Mike Shenouda and Taner Cairns, Founder of Black Box Innovations celebrated the signature of this licensing agreement at ABB’s Canadian head office in Montreal. The focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across North America is driving the transition to electric vehicles (EV) and efforts to decarbonize light-duty vehicle fleets, accelerating the need… Read More…
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Hammond Power Solutions Opens 12th Distribution Center, Enhancing Delivery Capabilities for Customers Across North America
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Ontario Streamlining Pathways for Veterans into Skilled Trades
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Electric Avenue Partners with Rexel Atlantic to Expand EV Charging Solutions Across the Region
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